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Pennsylvania's section of Interstate 81 serves as a north-south corridor that is situated in the eastern part of the state. This freeway runs through cities such as Scranton and Harrisburg, the state's capital. Interstate 81 also travels through the Endless Mountains area in northeastern Pennsylvania. This recreational area offers opportunities for fishing and boating, as well as facilities for camping. While traveling through Eastern Pennsylvania on Interstate 81, stay at a motel near the freeway.

Red Roof Inn Wilkes-Barre

Red Roof Inn Wilkes-Barre is located on State Highway 315 in Wilkes-Barre, less than a mile from Interstate 81. Motel amenities include a business center with fax service, free local calls and a daily newspaper. Each of the 60 guest rooms at Red Roof Inn include cable television, an in-room safe and free access to Wi-Fi Internet. Children under 17 and pets are allowed to stay for free. Red Roof Inn is less than five miles from the Seven Tubs Nature Area, which is on the opposite side of Interstate 81. This recreational area provides trails for hiking and cycling, as well as opportunities for bird-watching. During the winter, guests at the Red Roof Inn should visit the Montage Ski Resort, which is within a 20-minute drive from the motel. Red Roof Inn Wilkes-Barre 1035 State Highway 315 Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702 570-829-6422 redroof.com

Econo Lodge

Econo Lodge is situated on Carlisle's Harrisburg Pike, right off Interstate 81's Exit 52. Amenities at Econo Lodge include an adjacent miniature golf course and children's playground. The 72 guest rooms at Econo Lodge feature free local calls and cable television. Pets are allowed to stay for an extra fee. Nonsmoking rooms are available. Econo Lodge is within 20 minutes of the Carlisle Fairgrounds, which hosts Carlisle's renowned car shows throughout the year. Some of these shows include the All Ford Nationals, All GM Nationals and All Chrysler Nationals. Avid golfers who stay at Econo Lodge should hit the tees at the Carlisle Country Club, which is less than 10 minutes driving distance from the motel. Econo Lodge 1460 Harrisburg Pike Carlisle, PA 17015 717-249-7775 econolodge.com

Rodeway Inn

Rodeway Inn rests on Altamont Boulevard in Frackville and is less than a mile north of Interstate 81. The motel is only 13 minutes driving distance from Yeungling Brewery, the oldest existing brewery in the United States. This historic site was established in 1829 and offers visitors guided tours of the brewery, as well as a bar area where Yeungling beer is served. Extreme sports enthusiasts who stay at Rodeway Inn are less than 20 minutes driving distance from the Big Diamond Raceway in Forestville. Rodeway Inn has amenities such as a guest laundromat and parking spaces for large trucks and RVs. Each of the 52 guest rooms at Rodeway Inn features a 27-inch LCD television and work desk. Some of the rooms include a microwave and refrigerator. Pets are allowed to stay for an extra fee. Rodeway Inn 701 Altamont Blvd. Frackville, PA 17931 570-874-1223 rodewayinn.com

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Skip Davis has been writing professionally since 2005. His work has appeared in "Southern Literary Magazine," on various websites and in graphic panels at the Jackson Zoological Park in Jackson, Miss. Currently living in Southern California, Davis received his Bachelor of Arts in theater at Belhaven College.